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John Nkanu

@johnnkanu

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Business Development Specialist with a proven track record in sales growth.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, teamwork, and growth opportunities.

I am a highly motivated Business Development Specialist with extensive experience in driving sales growth and building strong client relationships. My career has been marked by a proven track record of success in increasing revenue and enhancing customer loyalty through innovative business strategies. I excel in market analysis, product positioning, and strategic marketing tactics, which enable me to identify new business opportunities effectively.

Throughout my career, I have played critical roles in startups and established companies alike, where I have handled business development, developed corporate policies, and crafted brand messaging strategies. My ability to leverage technology and client relationships has consistently improved customer experiences and driven collaboration across teams. I am passionate about mentoring and coaching others, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within my teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Regional Business Development Manager

Current

Law Pavilion Business Solution

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Spearheaded business development efforts across the northern region, consistently achieving or surpassing revenue targets. Identified new business opportunities through market research and targeted prospecting, while nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to drive collaboration and generate sales leads.

Business Development Sales Growth Market Research Client Relationship Management Revenue Forecasting Team Leadership Digital Marketing Proposal Development

Business Development Manager

Communication Faculties Limited

Apr 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 4 months)

Developed and implemented strategic business development plans to expand the client base and increase revenue in the marketing communications sector. Cultivated relationships with key clients and collaborated with internal teams to deliver integrated marketing solutions.

Business Development Market Analysis Client Relationship Management Proposal Development Project Management Sales Growth Strategic Planning Team Collaboration Negotiation Digital Marketing

Team Lead Retail Sales

Union Bank of Nigeria Plc.

Jan 2019 - Mar 2021 (2 years 2 months)

Led a team of sales professionals to achieve and exceed sales targets for banking products. Developed sales strategies and mentored team members to enhance their skills, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to launch new products and campaigns.

Sales Management Team Leadership Customer Relationship Management Sales Strategy Market Share Growth Cross Functional Collaboration Compliance

Content & Digital Brand Engagement Manager

Modickson Consortium

Dec 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 1 month)

Created engaging content for digital platforms and developed marketing strategies for products. Collaborated with PR teams and managed the company's online presence, achieving a 100% success rate in digital marketing efforts.

Content Creation Digital Marketing SEO Brand Management Proposal Development Social Media Marketing Business Development Marketing Strategy Online Engagement

Marketing Executive

Industrial General Insurance

Feb 2015 - Oct 2017 (2 years 8 months)

Achieved market prospecting and identified potential clients, successfully selling insurance policies and closing business deals. Prepared reports and presentations for management, providing investment advice to clients.

Market Prospection Sales Closing Insurance Reporting Business Development Customer Engagement Relationship Management Sales Strategy

Business Development & Brand Engagement Lead

Disrupt

Apr 2013 - Jan 2015 (1 year 9 months)

Established marketing and digital marketing programs for brand awareness. Designed sales strategies for the team and managed social media marketing initiatives, leading to successful brand collaborations.

Brand Awareness Digital Marketing Sales Strategy Social Media Management Business Development Marketing Program Management Collaboration Campaign Management Client Engagement Team Leadership

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria

Certification, Banking

2019 - 2019

Achieved Professional Ethics & Conducts Certification, focusing on ethical practices in banking and finance.

Google Ad Academy

Certification, Digital Marketing

2018 - 2018

Completed certification in Google Analytics, gaining skills in data analysis and digital marketing strategies.

University of California, Irvine

Online Course, Problem Solving

2016 - 2016

Completed a Coursera online study on Effective Problem-solving and Decision Making, enhancing skills in critical thinking and decision-making processes.